The year that Blair showed his true colours

Article Abstract:

The challenges faced by the UK government in 2000 are discussed. It is argued that the Labour party is becoming increasingly like a mainstream social democratic party.

Labour Party (United Kingdom)

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Be bold, Mr Blair, and accept this challenge to a TV debate

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The prospect of a live television debate between UK Prime Minister Tony Blair and Conservative party leader William Hague is discussed. Hague is in favour of a debate, even though it is not clear that he would benefit from one.

Executive Offices, National Government-Executive, Analysis, Column, Hague, William, Campaign debates

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Pushed out by panic - and a collision of spin

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Issues concerning the resignation of Northern Ireland Secretary Peter Mandelson are discussed. The fact that Prime Minister Tony Blair could not afford to allow Mandelson to remain in office is highlighted.

Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Cabinet officers, Cabinet officials, Mandelson, Peter

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